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    488 BELL BRANCH Lane, St. Johns, FL 32259

    4beds
    2,524sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2000
    10,018 Square Feet Lot
    $525,400 Zestimate®
    $208/sqft
    $3,106 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $525,400

    $494,000 - $557,000

    $3,106/mo

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    What's special

    Cozy fireplaceLarge center islandPrivate upstairs retreatBright breakfast nookSerene outdoor living spaceSpacious primary suiteGarden tub
    **Seller will provide a NEW ROOF prior to closing w/ an acceptable offer** Welcome to this beautifully maintained home in the highly sought-after Julington Creek Plantation, one of St. Johns County's premier master-planned communities. Offering a flexible layout, the home includes a formal living or flex space along w/ a dedicated dining room, ideal for entertaining. The open-concept design connects the kitchen & family room, which features a cozy fireplace & a bright breakfast nook. The kitchen is equipped w/ stainless steel appliances, a large center island, & wood flooring that extends throughout the first floor. The spacious primary suite showcases a tray ceiling, a spa-like en-suite bathroom w/ dual vanities, a garden tub, & a large walk-in closet. With a split floor plan, the home offers four bedrooms & three full baths, including a private upstairs retreat where the fourth bedroom doubles as a bonus room with its own full bath, making it perfect for guests or a home office. A large screened patio overlooks the fenced backyard and preserve, providing a serene outdoor living space. Updates include a newer HVAC system (2020). Julington Creek Plantation is renowned for its resort-style amenities, including multiple pools, tennis, basketball, and volleyball courts, a fitness center, clubhouse, golf course, playgrounds, and miles of walking and jogging trails. The community is designed for active living and offers something for everyone. Families are drawn to the area not only for its amenities but also for its location within the top-rated St. Johns County School District, consistently ranked among the best in Florida for academic performance, college preparation, and teacher quality. With its blend of elegance, functionality, and community lifestyle, this home presents an exceptional opportunity in one of Northeast Florida's most desirable neighborhoods.

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    Listed by:

    STEVEN CROY,

    EXP REALTY LLC 888-883-8509

    Bought with:

    LAUREN BOYLES, 3315500

    JWB REALTY LLC

    Source: realMLS,MLS#: 2107264MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Heating
    • Central
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
    Features
    • Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Pantry, Split Bedrooms, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,524 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Patio, Screened
    • Fencing: Back Yard,Full
    Lot
    • Size: 10,018 Square Feet
    Details
    • Parcel number: 2493400750

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 2000

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Julington Creek Plan
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Amenities included: Pool, Basketball Court, Children's Pool, Clubhouse, Golf Course, Playground, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s)
    • HOA fee: $560 annually
    Location
    • Region: Saint Johns

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $208/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $468,874
    • Annual tax amount: $6,928
    • Date on market: 9/4/2025
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    2/9/2026Sold$525,000+2.9%$208/sqft
    Source: realMLS #2107264 Report a problem
    1/8/2026Contingent$510,000$202/sqft
    Source: eXp Realty #2107264 Report a problem
    12/6/2025Price change$510,000-0.1%$202/sqft
    Source: realMLS #2107264 Report a problem
    11/21/2025Price change$510,300-0.6%$202/sqft
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    10/30/2025Price change$513,300-1.3%$203/sqft
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    10/10/2025Price change$519,900-1.9%$206/sqft
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    9/18/2025Price change$529,900-1.9%$210/sqft
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    9/4/2025Listed for sale$539,900+3.8%$214/sqft
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    5/2/2025Listing removed$2,995$1/sqft
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    4/23/2025Listed for rent$2,995$1/sqft
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    3/24/2025Listing removed$2,995$1/sqft
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    3/7/2025Price change$2,995-2.3%$1/sqft
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    2/21/2025Listed for rent$3,065+28%$1/sqft
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    2/12/2025Listing removed$519,900$206/sqft
    Source: realMLS #2050487 Report a problem
    11/25/2024Price change$519,900-1%$206/sqft
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    10/3/2024Listed for sale$525,000+3.9%$208/sqft
    Source: realMLS #2050487 Report a problem
    8/28/2024Sold$505,200+90.6%$200/sqft
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    6/9/2020Listing removed$2,395$1/sqft
    Source: Main Street Renewal Report a problem
    4/25/2020Listed for rent$2,395+9.6%$1/sqft
    Source: Main Street Renewal Report a problem
    7/6/2018Listing removed$2,185$1/sqft
    Source: Progress Residential Report a problem
    6/28/2018Price change$2,185+0.7%$1/sqft
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    6/5/2018Listed for rent$2,170+3.3%$1/sqft
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    3/21/2016Listing removed$2,100$1/sqft
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    3/7/2016Listed for rent$2,100$1/sqft
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    5/29/2013Sold$265,000-2.6%$105/sqft
    Source: realMLS #660058 Report a problem
    4/4/2013Listed for sale$272,000+20.9%$108/sqft
    Source: Floridian Realty #660058 Report a problem
    8/23/2001Sold$225,000+11.2%$89/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    2/2/2000Sold$202,400$80/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$8,135 +17.4%$468,874 +7.6%
    2024$6,929 +7.2%$435,712 -2.7%
    2023$6,463 +4.4%$448,019 +2.2%
    2022$6,190 +21.2%$438,438 +41.7%
    2021$5,106 +7.5%$309,338 +10.9%
    2020$4,749 -1%$278,900 +3.5%
    2019$4,797 $269,454 +5.8%
    2018$4,797 +5.6%$254,709 +2.3%
    2017$4,542 $248,902 +0.2%
    2016$4,542 -2.1%$248,402 +3%
    2015$4,638 +0.3%$241,169 +4.1%
    2014$4,623 $231,672 +13.2%
    2013-- $204,725 +1.7%
    2012-- $201,303 -2.7%
    2011-- $206,826 -5.5%
    2010-- $218,778 -4.4%
    2009-- $228,778 -8.2%
    2008-- $249,206 -12.7%
    2007-- $285,302 +10.1%
    2006-- $259,060 +14.5%
    2005-- $226,290 +5.3%
    2004-- $214,860 +2.7%
    2003-- $209,280 +15%
    2002-- $182,030 -0.1%
    2001-- $182,190
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    Neighborhood: Fruit Cove

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